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After ninety-five years, June 29th is still special to one Chatham couple
SILER CITY — It’s not every day someone gets to enjoy two of life’s milestones on the same day, but on June 29, a Bennett man did just that, sharing them with his wife of many years since she was one of the big reasons the day was special.
Eduardo Martinez’s tragic drowning at Jordan Lake
Pittsboro, NC – The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a drowning incident that occurred at Jordan Lake Tuesday evening, July 2, 2024. Eduardo Martinez, 52, of Carrboro, drowned while swimming in Jordan Lake in an area near the intersection of Martha’s Chapel Road and Farrington Road. The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office received a call about the incident at approximately 8:47 p.m. Martinez was visiting the lake with family, who observed him struggling in the water but were unable to help him.
Durham Has Plans to Use Jordan Lake as a Drinking Water Source
At the release end of the Jordan Lake Dam in Chatham County, an osprey fishes for its dinner. The bird spins in the air, dives low over the water, and yanks a fish out with its talons. A heron, watching from the riverbank, squawks jealousy and lunges at the osprey. But with its long legs and giant beak, the heron is too slow and cumbersome compared to the osprey, which soars away with its scaly meal.
Body of missing swimmer recovered in Jordan Lake, identified as 52-year-old Carrboro man
FEARRINGTON, N.C. (WNCN) — Following a search for a missing swimmer in Jordan Lake that began Tuesday evening, the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office said Wednesday morning that the body of a 52-year-old man had been recovered. According to the sheriff’s office, they received a call about an incident...
Man drowns while swimming at Jordan Lake
Chatham County Sheriff's Office said a man drowned at Jordan Lake.The sheriff's office said Eduardo Martinez, 52, of Carrboro drowned while swimming at the lake with his family near the intersection of Martha's Chapel Road and Farrington Road.Deputies responded at 8:47 p.m. on Tuesday and recovered Martinez's body later that night.In addition to the Chatham County Sheriff's Office, first responders included North Chatham Fire Department, FirstHealth Emergency Medical Services, Chatham County Emergency Management, and the Medical Examiner.With the upcoming holiday weekend, Sheriff Mike Roberson emphasized the importance of water safety and adherence to swimming regulations."As we approach the busy holiday weekend, we urge everyone to prioritize safety while enjoying the natural resources our county has to offer," he said."Swimming in designated areas of Jordan Lake and following safety guidelines can prevent such heartbreaking incidents. Please be mindful of the dangers and take the necessary precautions to ensure a safe and enjoyable time for all."Earlier this month, a 25-year-old Charlotte man drowned during a fishing outing at Jordan Lake. In May, a 16-year-old boy drowned at the lake while attending a birthday celebration. Deputies said the Winston-Salem teen died after he was seen swimming in a restricted area.
Duke Energy, county officials to test sirens around Harris Nuclear Plant next week
Duke Energy and county officials will be testing the sirens at a New Hill nuclear plant next week. The 85 outdoor warning sirens around Harris Nuclear Plant will be tested for five to 30 seconds between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. on July 10. To ensure they are functioning properly, it may be necessary to test some sirens more than once.
Carrboro man drowns while swimming in Jordan Lake, 3rd drowning since May
A 52-year-old man from Carrboro drowned in Jordan Lake on Tuesday night, the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office said. Eduardo Martinez was swimming shortly before 9 p.m. near the intersection of Martha’s Chapel Road and Farrington Road, the Sheriff’s Office said in a news release. Family members saw him struggling in the water but could not help him.
Search underway for missing swimmer at Jordan Lake
A search operation is taking place Tuesday night in the area of Marthas Chapel Road and Farrington Road for a missing swimmer at Jordan Lake. Randall Rigsbee, from the Chatham County Sheriff's Office Public Information Office, stated that the search began following a call received at around 8:47 p.m. Radio...
Drowning incident at Jordan Lake claims life of Carrboro man
The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a drowning incident that occurred at Jordan Lake on Tuesday evening, July 2, 2024. Eduardo Martinez, 52, of Carrboro, drowned while swimming in Jordan Lake in an area near the intersection of Martha’s Chapel Road and Farrington Road. The Chatham County Sheriff’s Office received a call about the incident at approximately 8:47 p.m. Martinez was visiting the lake with family, who observed him struggling in the water but could not help him.
Carrboro Man Drowns at Jordan Lake; Sheriff’s Office Emphasizes Water Safety Practices
A Carrboro man drowned in Jordan Lake on Tuesday evening, according to the Chatham County Sheriff’s Office. A release from the sheriff’s office on Wednesday said 52-year-old Eduardo Martinez was swimming in the lake near the intersection of Martha’s Chapel Road and Farrington Road when his family observed him struggling in the water. Unable to help him, according to investigators, they called the sheriff’s office at 8:47 p.m. and emergency services drove to the area.
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